Components -> Minerals -> Trace elements
Chromium is a trace mineral that our bodies need in very small amounts. Even though the daily intake of chromium is measured in micrograms, it’s role in our body’s functioning is significant.
Chromium is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. It plays a role in our body's insulin response by helping cells absorb glucose molecules, thereby regulating blood glucose levels.
The adequate daily intake for adult men is 35 μg per day, while for adult women it is 25 μg per day. Important to note that there are health conditions that might require different amounts of chromium, which is why it's important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the appropriate chromium intake for your specific needs.
Chromium deficiency is associated with impaired glucose metabolism, that might lead to insulin resistance. Low levels of chromium might also increase cardiovascular event risk.
When obtained from food, the risk of adverse affects is low. However, excessive intake of chromium from supplements might have negative effects on liver and kidneys. Thus, it is best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any supplementation.
Low chromium levels may lead to impaired metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. That might lead to insulin resistance, dyslipidemia and other symptoms. If you have been diagnosed with low chromium level, consider adding chromium-rich foods to your diet. You can also discuss supplementation with a healthcare provider.
Since chromium is commonly present in many plant based foods, a balanced vegan diet is not a concern for chromium deficiency.
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Rice Protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Chromium
1,600.00ug per 100 grams
Cocoa mass
Type: Food
Fat and fat products -> Cooking and industrial fat
Chromium
120.00ug per 100 grams
Mulberry, dried
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Chromium
37.00ug per 100 grams
Pineapple juice, vitamin c
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Chromium
26.40ug per 240 grams
Cranberry, dried, cranberry powder
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Chromium
20.00ug per 40 grams
White wine, sweet
Type: Food
Alcoholic beverages -> Wines
Chromium
18.00ug per 150 grams
Apricot
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Chromium
16.80ug per 140 grams
Apricot, average, with stone
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Chromium
15.79ug per 140 grams
Eel
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Chromium
15.40ug per 110 grams
Pineapple, canned, in own juice
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruit and berry salads
Chromium
15.40ug per 140 grams
Pineapple
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Chromium
15.40ug per 140 grams
Pineapple, with skin
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruits
Chromium
8.16ug per 140 grams
Nettle, stinging nettle
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Chromium
15.30ug per 85 grams
Apricot, dried
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Chromium
15.20ug per 40 grams
Chocolate, average
Type: Food
Sugar and confectionery -> Chocolate
Chromium
14.07ug per 30 grams
Liquorice, licorice
Type: Food
Sugar and confectionery -> Confectionery
Chromium
12.90ug per 30 grams
Sea buckthorn juice
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Juices
Chromium
12.00ug per 240 grams
Mussel in water, canned
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Crustaceans and molluscs
Chromium
11.90ug per 85 grams
Wine, light, 4-5%
Type: Food
Alcoholic beverages -> Wines
Chromium
11.34ug per 360 grams
Pea Protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Chromium
11.00ug per 100 grams
Apricot, canned, in syrup
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruit and berry salads
Chromium
10.02ug per 140 grams
Egg white powder
Type: Food
Egg dishes -> Egg
Chromium
9.92ug per 7 grams
Tuna
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Chromium
9.90ug per 110 grams
Wine, average, 8-15%
Type: Food
Alcoholic beverages -> Wines
Chromium
8.88ug per 148 grams
Yoghurt, plain, bulgarian, 9% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Yoghurt
Chromium
8.50ug per 170 grams
Turkey cold cuts
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Cold cuts, meat
Chromium
8.25ug per 55 grams
Pineapple, canned, in syrup
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Fruit and berry salads
Chromium
7.85ug per 140 grams
Ham, cooked ham, 3% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Cold cuts, meat
Chromium
7.70ug per 55 grams
Ham, cooked ham, 3% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Cold cuts, meat
Chromium
7.70ug per 55 grams
Tuna, in oil, canned
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish products
Chromium
7.65ug per 85 grams
Tuna, average
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish products
Chromium
7.65ug per 85 grams
Tuna, in water, canned
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish products
Chromium
7.65ug per 85 grams
Rowanberry, dried, rowanberry powder
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Chromium
7.06ug per 40 grams
Lingonberry, dried, lingonberry powder
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Chromium
6.67ug per 40 grams
Chocolate, plain, dark chocolate
Type: Food
Sugar and confectionery -> Chocolate
Chromium
6.62ug per 30 grams
Pork ribs
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Chromium
6.60ug per 110 grams
Beef, cured, 2.8% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Cold cuts, meat
Chromium
6.60ug per 55 grams
Spelt flour, whole meal
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Chromium
6.30ug per 30 grams
Pork and beef, canned
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Meat products
Chromium
5.95ug per 85 grams
Egg white
Type: Food
Egg dishes -> Egg
Chromium
5.61ug per 33 grams
Cloudberry
Type: Food
Fruit and berry dishes -> Berries
Chromium
5.60ug per 140 grams
Date, dried
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Chromium
4.87ug per 40 grams
Lamb roast
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Chromium
5.50ug per 110 grams
Chicken
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Chromium
5.50ug per 110 grams
Bilberry or blueberry, dried, bilberry powder
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Chromium
5.33ug per 40 grams
Chicken mince, fried
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Chromium
5.22ug per 85 grams
Asparagus, canned
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Canned vegetables
Chromium
5.20ug per 130 grams
Mushroom, boletus, russula
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Mushroom
Chromium
5.10ug per 85 grams
Mushroom, milk caps, salted
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Mushroom
Chromium
5.10ug per 85 grams
Beef, canned
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Meat products
Chromium
5.10ug per 85 grams
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